Andy Caboche, better known as IVORY, has been taking the electronic world by storm since he popped into the scene in 2015. Known for his innovative take on bass music the heavy-hitting French producer has cultivated a high-energy sound fueled by earth-shaking bass drops, electrifying soundscapes, and an unmatched versatility.
Armed with a fearless mindset in the studio, IVORY is not afraid to step outside the box. Producing everything from hard-hitting dubstep to high-octane drum and bass he’s become a force to be reckoned with, and in doing so has garnered the attention of names like Skrillex, Excision, Subtronics, and more.
Now, four years after joining forces with Shaq aka Diesel for soul-crushing dubstep banger Moshpit with NITTI, the duo is back in action for yet another massive collab Run It. However, instead of dropping an explosion of dubstep-induced chaos, IVORY, and Diesel flip the script with a full-throttle DNB anthem.
Unleashing a fusion of robotic synths, commanding rhymes, and gritty basslines Run It is not only a destructive festival weapon but serves as a testament to IVORY’s genre-blending sound.
Following the release The Daily Frequency caught up with IVORY to discuss the energy behind Run It, working with Shaq, and a whole lot more.
Check out our exclusive interview with IVORY below.
DF: You just dropped a massive collab with Shaq on Run It! What’s it like working with him, and how does it feel to have not one but two tracks out together?
IVORY: It’s honestly wild. Working with Shaq has been such a unique experience! To have two tracks out together now feels surreal.
DF: While your first collab, Moshpit, was a heavy-hitting dubstep banger, Run It flips the script with some electrifying drum & bass! What was it about the early stages of the track that inspired you to reach out to Shaq?
IVORY: The kind of energy I knew Shaq would go crazy for. I sent him an early version after I played a DNB show in the Netherlands. I came offstage thinking, I need to make something that captures that energy I felt during my set and asked if he was feeling it. He hit me up instantly like, “Yo! Let me hop on.” It was that simple, the vibe just clicked instantly!
DF: What is it about that DNB energy that resonates with you the most?
IVORY: It’s fast, it’s gritty. There’s this sense of urgency in DNB that you don’t get with other genres.
DF: On top of Run It, you just put out a bass-heavy EP, Riots, at the end of March! How are you feeling about your sound right now?
IVORY: Pretty stoked! Riots was all about getting gritty again, bringing out the more aggressive side of my sound, but still pushing it forward. Right now, I’m in an excellent spot where I can explore whatever I’m feeling without being boxed in.
DF: While you’re known for your dubstep roots, you have such a versatile sound. As an artist, how important is it to switch it up and explore different genres?
IVORY: It’s everything. I love dubstep, but if I only made that one sound forever, I would lose my mind. Exploring other genres keeps things exciting. It challenges me and opens new doors creatively.
DF: You’ve garnered a reputation for your heavy-hitting, forward-thinking sound design. What keeps you inspired in the studio after nearly a decade in the game?
IVORY: Curiosity! I’m always chasing new ideas, weird textures, stuff I’ve never tried before. Sometimes I’ll go down a rabbit hole just trying to make one distinct noise and end up with a whole track—sometimes not. That excitement of discovery is what keeps me hooked most of the time.
DF: As a Paris-based artist, how does the European bass scene compare to what you’re seeing in the U.S. right now?
IVORY: Europe is a bit more low-key, but there’s a lot of passion and creativity bubbling up. The U.S. is bigger and flashier—huge crowds, massive lineups. I feel lucky to be able to bounce between both and bring a little flavor from each side.
DF: How do you feel about the current rise of DNB, and where do you think it will go in the future?
IVORY: DNB has always had a core following, but now it’s finally getting that spotlight in the States again. I think we’re just scratching the surface. Producers are getting weirder and more creative with it, and that’s dope!
DF: Lastly, what can fans expect as we move through 2025?
IVORY: A lot more music and not just dubstep. I’ve got some wild collabs lined up, plus a few EPs I’m working on.